Question

Read the excerpt below and answer the question. PROCTOR: You cannot command, Mister Parris. We vote by name in this society, not by acreage (Act I, Scene 1). What did John Proctor mean when he said these words?
A. that he shouldn't be bossed around by Parris
B. that Parris's money and wealth meant less than his reputation among the people
C. that Parris had no right to preach from the pulpit as a sinner
D. all of the above

Answer 1

The answer is: B. that Parris's money and wealth meant less than his reputation among the people

When John Proctor said this to Mister Parris, he means that everyone has the same right to vote, no matter how much land or how rich the person is, he appeals to Mr. Putman respect for the rules, Proctor also refers to who controls the town, what mean that has more power.

Answer 2

B. that Parris's money and wealth meant less than his reputation among the people